Industrial Mechanic

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Work Tasks

• Maintain machines in factories and fix problems before machines break down
• Use computers to test machines; take machines apart and replace worn parts
• Tests machines after they are fixed to make sure they are okay
• Keep records of machine maintenance
• Work for manufacturers, the government, public utilities, mining companies, and other places that use industrial machinery
• Work with industrial machinery and parts, micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, hand tools, hoists, blueprints, engineering specifications, and safety gear

Salary, Size & Growth

• $44,500 average per year ($21.50 per hour)
• A large occupation (344,800 workers in 2010)
• Expected to grow moderately (0.7% per year)

Education/Training

• Minimum for Entry: On-the-job training
• Employers Prefer: An apprenticeship in industrial maintenance
• Skills/Courses: Courses is shop math, blueprint reading, welding, electronics, and computer training.